Emergency Telephone Numbers Around the World Follow us... Emergency Telephone Numbers Around the World Tweet This map shows local emergency telephone numbers around the world. Emergency telephone number systems are simply telephone equipment that routes calls to the nearest public safety agency communications center, and in most cases displays the callers location and telephone to the dispatcher, thereby insuring a quick and accurate response to emergencies. The emergency telephone number may differ from country to country. It is typically a three-digit number so that it can be easily remembered and dialed quickly. Some countries have a different emergency number for each of the different emergency services; these often differ only by the last digit. Inside the European Union, 112 was introduced as a common emergency call number during the 1990s, and is a well known emergency number in the world today alongside 911 and 999. Note: Most GSM mobile phones have 112, 999 and 911 as pre-programmed emergency numbers that are always available. Last updated: United Kingdom (England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland) Send me a copy Subject: Email addresses provided here will be used solely to email the link indicated.

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The CAPTCHA code you entered is not valid, please reenter the CAPTCHA code United Kingdom (England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland) Official Name: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Last Updated: March 29, 2016 Embassy Messages Must be valid for duration of your stay (6 months recommended) BLANK PASSPORT PAGES: Not required for stays under 90 days VACCINATIONS: Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(44)(20) 7499-9000 Fax: +(44) (20) 7495-5012 Telephone: 013-1556-8315 / from the United States: +(44)(13) 1556-8315 Emergency Telephone: Outside office hours: 020-7499-9000 / from the United States: +(44)(20) 7499-9000 Fax: 0131-557-6023 /from the United States: +(44) 131-557-6023 Danes

fort House, 223 Stranmillis Road, Belfast BT9 5GR Telephone: 028-9038-6100 / from the United States: +(44)(28) 9038-6100 Emergency After-Hours Telephone: 07545-507738 / from the United States: +(44) 7545-507738 Fax: 028-9068-1301 /from the United States: +(44)(28) 9068-1301 Destination Description See the Department of State’s Fact Sheet on the United Kingdom for information on U.S.-UK relations.

Entry, Exit & Visa Requirements No minimum passport validity is required for U.S. citizens entering the United Kingdom. Travelers transiting through the UK on their way to a continental European country should have a passport that is valid for 6 months. Please see our Schengen fact sheet for additional details. Visas must be obtained prior to travel for specific categories of visitors. Visit the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) website to determine whether you need a visa to enter the United Kingdom. We cannot intervene on your behalf when applying for a visa, nor can we assist if you are denied entry into the United Kingdom. Students and prospective students should visit the UKVI website to determine if they need a visa. Unpaid and paid workers, interns, volunteers, charity workers, and temporary workers can find information on obtaining a visa on the UKVI website . Visitors traveling to the United Kingdom to get married, even if they do not plan to reside in the United Kingdom, must obtain a visa in advance. See the UKVI website for visa information. Surcharges apply to certain categories of visas, generally those involving work, study, or residency of more than six months. Please visit the UKVI website for additional information or see our Health section below.

The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for foreign visitors or residents. See our website for information about dual nationality and the prevention of international child abduction . For information about customs regulations, please read our customs information page . Safety and Security The United Kingdom is politically stable and has a modern infrastructure but shares with the rest of the world an elevated threat of terrorist incidents of international origin. The UK, like other foreign governments, has taken actions to guard against terrorist attacks of this nature, including arrests of suspected extremists allegedly involved in terrorist plots. Credible information indicates terrorist groups continue plotting possibly near term attacks in Europe. All European countries remain potentially vulnerable to attacks from transnational terrorist organizations. There is also the potential for isolated violence related to the political situation in Northern Ireland. The Police Service of Northern Ireland assesses there is a continued threat of violence from dissident republicans in Northern Ireland, focused primarily on police and military targets and may involve the use of firearms and explosives. Tensions may be heightened during the summer marching season (April to August), particularly during the month of July (around the July 12th public holiday). Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate into violence.

Avoid areas of demonstrations if possible, and be careful within the vicinity of demonstrations. Stay current with media coverage of local events and be aware of your surroundings at all times. The UK Security Service, commonly known as MI5, publishes specific reasons for any changes in the threat level and recommended actions for the public via its UK threat levels website. The phone number for police/fire/ambulance emergency services – the equivalent of 911 in the United States – is 999 in the United Kingdom and 112 in Gibraltar. You should also use this number to report security threats or suspicious packages. Crime: The United Kingdom and Gibraltar benefit from generally low crime rates. As you would anywhere, you should: Be cautious and aware of your surroundings. Be vigilant as pickpocketing, mugging, and “snatch and grab” theft of mobile phones, watches, and jewelry can occur. Do not leave bags unattended in restaurants, pubs, hotel lobbies and parked cars. Be alert to other criminal schemes, such as imposters posing as undercover police officers and "fining" tourists for bogus minor offenses. A legitimate Metropolitan Police Services officer will never demand an immediate cash payment.

Use only licensed Black Cabs or pre-ordered car services (minicabs). Unlicensed taxis or private cars posing as taxis may offer low fares, but in some instances, travelers have been robbed or sexually assaulted while using these cars. The Safer Travel at Night partnership among the Metropolitan Police, Transport for London, and the mayor of London maintains a website with additional information on cabs and car services . Avoid using ATMs that look temporary in structure or location, since they may not be legitimate, or that are located in isolated areas. Use ATM machines located inside a bank branch. Scams: Before sending any money to individuals you have never met in person, visit the Embassy London website for more information about Internet financial scams and how to protect yourself. Financial crimes conducted over the Internet have increased dramatically in the United Kingdom as scammers attempt to convince you to send them money. These fraudulent schemes can include: Lotteries Follow us on Twitter and Facebook . See our traveler’s checklist for other useful travel tips. Local Laws & Special Circumstances Criminal Penalties: You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned.

Some offenses are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of local law. For examples, see our website on crimes against minors abroad and the Department of Justice website. You will be arrested if you bring pocket knives, blades, mace or pepper spray canisters, and any part of a gun into the United Kingdom. Please refer to “ A UK Customs Guide ," detailing which items visitors are prohibited from bringing into the United Kingdom. Penalties against alcohol-related and other in-flight crimes (“air rage”) to and from the United Kingdom are stiff and are enforced with prison sentences. Please also see our information on U.S. customs regulations covering your return to the United States. Arrest Notification: If you are arrested or detained in the United Kingdom, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately. See our webpage for further information. Special Circumstances: The legal drinking age in the United Kingdom is 18 years of age. Parents and organizers of school trips should read our students abroad website to help plan a safe and enjoyable experience. Scotland’s “drink drive limit” law was recently amended to a lower level and is stricter than the rest of the UK.

This means that driving after even one drink can result in a driving under the influence charge. The United Kingdom has very strict gun control laws and importing firearms is extremely complicated. Information on applying for a firearm and/or shotgun certificate can be found on the London Metropolitan Police Firearms licensing web page . Licenses from England or Wales may not be valid in Scotland; please check with the appropriate authorities. For firearms certificates for Scotland, please check with Police Scotland . Students: See our students abroad page and FBI travel tips . Women Travelers: See our travel tips for women travelers . Health While medical services are widely available, free care under the National Health System (NHS) is allowed only for UK residents, certain EU nationals, and some visa holders. An NHS surcharge is assessed on certain visa applicants at the time of application. Tourists and short-term visitors will not be assessed the surcharge but will be charged 150% of the cost of any medical treatment they receive from the NHS. Unpaid balances over £1000 can result in being barred from return to the UK. Travelers to the United Kingdom should ensure they have adequate medical insurance to cover the cost of any treatment received. Obtain supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation.

We do not pay medical bills. Be aware that Medicare does not apply overseas. Carry prescription medication in original packaging, along with your doctor’s prescription. Certain prescriptions available in the United States are classed as narcotics in the United Kingdom and not available. Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas. Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments. See our webpage for more information on insurance providers for overseas coverage . Be up-to-date on all vaccinations recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. For further health information, go to: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Travel & Transportation Road Conditions and Safety: Road conditions in the United Kingdom can differ significantly from those in the United States. UK penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs are stiff and often result in prison sentences. In contrast to United States, UK traffic moves on the left. Read the Highway Code before driving. Emergency call boxes (orange telephone booths with “SOS” printed on them) are found at half-mile intervals along motorways. White and blue poles point in the direction of the nearest call box. Call boxes dial directly to a motorway center.

Use these phones rather than a personal cell phone, because motorway center personnel will immediately know your exact location. Be aware pedestrians generally do not have the right of way and should not expect vehicles to stop for them. Many U.S. citizen pedestrians are injured, some fatally, every year in the United Kingdom because they forget that oncoming traffic approaches from the opposite direction than in the United States. You should exercise extra care when crossing streets; remember to remain alert and look both ways before stepping into the street. Traffic Laws: Using a hand-held cell phone or similar device while driving is illegal in the United Kingdom. Only hands-free phones may be used. You will be fined, or in the case of an accident, arrested and serve time in prison. The speed limit on highways/motorways in the United Kingdom is 70 mph. You will be detained and arrested if you cannot provide a UK address to receive a subpoena or are about to depart the United Kingdom and have to be brought to court quickly for a motoring offense. The deposit is returned if you are found not guilty. In Central London, a congestion charge is levied on all drivers who pass through the zone. You will be fined or arrested if you do not pay the charge.

See Transport for London for more information. Public Transportation: Public transport in the United Kingdom is extensive. England England United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Last Updated: March 29, 2016 Embassy Messages Travel Warnings: Issued when Protracted situations make a country dangerous or unstable. Defer or reconsider travel. Travel Alerts: Issued when short-term conditions pose imminent threats. Defer or reconsider travel. Embassy Messages: Issued when local security issues arise. Assistance for U.S.

Citizens Emergency After-Hours Telephone +(44)(20) 7499-9000 Fax +(44)(20) 7495-5012 Must be valid for duration of your stay (6 months recommended) BLANK PASSPORT PAGES: No header has been set 1 page No header has been set Not required for stays under 90 days VACCINATIONS: No header has been set None No header has been set None No header has been set None Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(44)(20) 7499-9000 Fax: +(44) (20) 7495-5012 Telephone: 013-1556-8315 / from the United States: +(44)(13) 1556-8315 Emergency Telephone: Outside office hours: 020-7499-9000 / from the United States: +(44)(20) 7499-9000 Fax: 0131-557-6023 /from the United States: +(

44) 131-557-6023 Danesfort House, 223 Stranmillis Road, Belfast BT9 5GR Telephone: 028-9038-6100 / from the United States: +(44)(28) 9038-6100 Emergency After-Hours Telephone: 07545-507738 / from the United States: +(44) 7545-507738 Fax: 028-9068-1301 /from the United States: +(44)(28) 9068-1301 Destination Description See the Department of State’s Fact Sheet on the United Kingdom for information on U.S.-UK relations.

Entry, Exit & Visa Requirements No minimum passport validity is required for U.S. citizens entering the United Kingdom. Travelers transiting through the UK on their way to a continental European country should have a passport that is valid for 6 months. Please see our Schengen fact sheet for additional details. Visas must be obtained prior to travel for specific categories of visitors. Visit the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) website to determine whether you need a visa to enter the United Kingdom. We cannot intervene on your behalf when applying for a visa, nor can we assist if you are denied entry into the United Kingdom. Students and prospective students should visit the UKVI website to determine if they need a visa. Unpaid and paid workers, interns, volunteers, charity workers, and temporary workers can find information on obtaining a visa on the UKVI website . Visitors traveling to the United Kingdom to get married, even if they do not plan to reside in the United Kingdom, must obtain a visa in advance. See the UKVI website for visa information. Surcharges apply to certain categories of visas, generally those involving work, study, or residency of more than six months. Please visit the UKVI website for additional information or see our Health section below.

The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for foreign visitors or residents. See our website for information about dual nationality and the prevention of international child abduction . For information about customs regulations, please read our customs information page . Safety and Security The United Kingdom is politically stable and has a modern infrastructure but shares with the rest of the world an elevated threat of terrorist incidents of international origin. The UK, like other foreign governments, has taken actions to guard against terrorist attacks of this nature, including arrests of suspected extremists allegedly involved in terrorist plots. Credible information indicates terrorist groups continue plotting possibly near term attacks in Europe. All European countries remain potentially vulnerable to attacks from transnational terrorist organizations. There is also the potential for isolated violence related to the political situation in Northern Ireland. The Police Service of Northern Ireland assesses there is a continued threat of violence from dissident republicans in Northern Ireland, focused primarily on police and military targets and may involve the use of firearms and explosives. Tensions may be heightened during the summer marching season (April to August), particularly during the month of July (around the July 12th public holiday). Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate into violence.

Avoid areas of demonstrations if possible, and be careful within the vicinity of demonstrations. Stay current with media coverage of local events and be aware of your surroundings at all times. The UK Security Service, commonly known as MI5, publishes specific reasons for any changes in the threat level and recommended actions for the public via its UK threat levels website. The phone number for police/fire/ambulance emergency services – the equivalent of 911 in the United States – is 999 in the United Kingdom and 112 in Gibraltar. You should also use this number to report security threats or suspicious packages. Crime: The United Kingdom and Gibraltar benefit from generally low crime rates. As you would anywhere, you should: Be cautious and aware of your surroundings. Be vigilant as pickpocketing, mugging, and “snatch and grab” theft of mobile phones, watches, and jewelry can occur. Do not leave bags unattended in restaurants, pubs, hotel lobbies and parked cars. Be alert to other criminal schemes, such as imposters posing as undercover police officers and "fining" tourists for bogus minor offenses. A legitimate Metropolitan Police Services officer will never demand an immediate cash payment.

Use only licensed Black Cabs or pre-ordered car services (minicabs). Unlicensed taxis or private cars posing as taxis may offer low fares, but in some instances, travelers have been robbed or sexually assaulted while using these cars. The Safer Travel at Night partnership among the Metropolitan Police, Transport for London, and the mayor of London maintains a website with additional information on cabs and car services . Avoid using ATMs that look temporary in structure or location, since they may not be legitimate, or that are located in isolated areas. Use ATM machines located inside a bank branch. Scams: Before sending any money to individuals you have never met in person, visit the Embassy London website for more information about Internet financial scams and how to protect yourself. Financial crimes conducted over the Internet have increased dramatically in the United Kingdom as scammers attempt to convince you to send them money. These fraudulent schemes can include: Lotteries Follow us on Twitter and Facebook . See our traveler’s checklist for other useful travel tips. Health While medical services are widely available, free care under the National Health System (NHS) is allowed only for UK residents, certain EU nationals, and some visa holders. An NHS surcharge is assessed on certain visa applicants at the time of application.

Tourists and short-term visitors will not be assessed the surcharge but will be charged 150% of the cost of any medical treatment they receive from the NHS. Unpaid balances over £1000 can result in being barred from return to the UK. Travelers to the United Kingdom should ensure they have adequate medical insurance to cover the cost of any treatment received. Obtain supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation. We do not pay medical bills. Be aware that Medicare does not apply overseas. Carry prescription medication in original packaging, along with your doctor’s prescription. Certain prescriptions available in the United States are classed as narcotics in the United Kingdom and not available. Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas. Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments. See our webpage for more information on insurance providers for overseas coverage . Be up-to-date on all vaccinations recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. For further health information, go to: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Local Laws & Special Circumstances Criminal Penalties: You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned.

Some offenses are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of local law. For examples, see our website on crimes against minors abroad and the Department of Justice website. You will be arrested if you bring pocket knives, blades, mace or pepper spray canisters, and any part of a gun into the United Kingdom. Please refer to “ A UK Customs Guide ," detailing which items visitors are prohibited from bringing into the United Kingdom. Penalties against alcohol-related and other in-flight crimes (“air rage”) to and from the United Kingdom are stiff and are enforced with prison sentences. Please also see our information on U.S. customs regulations covering your return to the United States. Arrest Notification: If you are arrested or detained in the United Kingdom, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately. See our webpage for further information. Special Circumstances: The legal drinking age in the United Kingdom is 18 years of age. Parents and organizers of school trips should read our students abroad website to help plan a safe and enjoyable experience. Scotland’s “drink drive limit” law was recently amended to a lower level and is stricter than the rest of the UK.

This means that driving after even one drink can result in a driving under the influence charge. The United Kingdom has very strict gun control laws and importing firearms is extremely complicated. Information on applying for a firearm and/or shotgun certificate can be found on the London Metropolitan Police Firearms licensing web page . Licenses from England or Wales may not be valid in Scotland; please check with the appropriate authorities. For firearms certificates for Scotland, please check with Police Scotland . Students: See our students abroad page and FBI travel tips . Women Travelers: See our travel tips for women travelers . Travel & Transportation Road Conditions and Safety: Road conditions in the United Kingdom can differ significantly from those in the United States. UK penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs are stiff and often result in prison sentences. In contrast to United States, UK traffic moves on the left. Read the Highway Code before driving. Emergency call boxes (orange telephone booths with “SOS” printed on them) are found at half-mile intervals along motorways. White and blue poles point in the direction of the nearest call box. Call boxes dial directly to a motorway center. Use these phones rather than a personal cell phone, because motorway center personnel will immediately know your exact location.

Be aware pedestrians generally do not have the right of way and should not expect vehicles to stop for them. Many U.S. citizen pedestrians are injured, some fatally, every year in the United Kingdom because they forget that oncoming traffic approaches from the opposite direction than in the United States. You should exercise extra care when crossing streets; remember to remain alert and look both ways before stepping into the street. Traffic Laws: Using a hand-held cell phone or similar device while driving is illegal in the United Kingdom. Only hands-free phones may be used. You will be fined, or in the case of an accident, arrested and serve time in prison. The speed limit on highways/motorways in the United Kingdom is 70 mph. You will be detained and arrested if you cannot provide a UK address to receive a subpoena or are about to depart the United Kingdom and have to be brought to court quickly for a motoring offense. The deposit is returned if you are found not guilty. In Central London, a congestion charge is levied on all drivers who pass through the zone. You will be fined or arrested if you do not pay the charge. See Transport for London for more information. Public Transportation: Public transport in the United Kingdom is extensive.

Emergency numbers in France and support helplines | About France | Expatica France Emergency numbers in France and support helplines 3 comments What emergency numbers should you call in France? Our guide to French emergency medical or crime-related numbers and non-medical helplines for lost property and general enquiries will prepare you for the worst should you encounter any pressing emergencies or require any help in France. Too many expatriate families are caught unprepared to cope with an emergency in their new country. If you're calling France you’re new home, make sure you and all your family members know how to get help by with these tips and keep a handy list of France's important emergency numbers. France has an infamously long list of emergency numbers for different services but the pan-European emergency number 112 can also be called for any type of emergency and after, an operator will direct you to the appropriate French department. It’s is advised to dial 112 when calling from mobile phones. However, it is not possible to call the number from a mobile without a sim card. Callers who don’t speak French would also have no problem communicating their issues due to the assistance of interpreters who speak 40 languages.

If you need to access French healthcare services or visit a French hospital , you may be asked to present French health insurance or private health insurance. This guide to French emergency numbers explains French medical terms, what to do in an emergency in France, and what to do in an accident or health emergency in France. Important tips when calling French emergency services Remember these tips when calling any emergency service hotline: State your name, telephone number, location where help is needed, the situation and if it’s still happening, how many people require help and whether there are weapons or dangerous substances involved. Don't forget the code to your parking lot or apartment building. Never hang up until you are told to do so. If you have known medical problems or regularly take prescription drugs, make sure you know how to say their names in French to the operator. If you have children, be prepared to cite their ages and how much they weigh (in kilograms) in case you need to call an anti-poison centre or to administer medication. If dealing with intoxications, make sure to inform them of what was taken and if possible, give them the rest of what was consumed. You can see which numbers to call depending on the emergency in France (in French).

Pan-European emergency number: 112 or 114 (for hearing assistance) These general numbers can be called free of charge during any emergency from your mobile phone. As it's a Europe-wide number, you can also ask to be connected to an English-speaking operator. Those who are deaf or hard of hearing could send text messages to 114. Ambulance and emergency services (SAMU): 15 The SAMU is the coordinated service to call in case of any serious medical emergency. A qualified doctor is always available to determine the type of response that best fits your situation, specifically, whether you need an ambulance. Otherwise, you’ll have to carry the cost of the ambulance transport . Alternatively, you could request a light medical vehicle (véhicule sanitaire léger or VSL) to get to hospital. Fire brigade: 18 The French fire brigade, called les sapeurs pompiers, can also be called in cases of medical emergencies, such as traffic and domestic accidents. They work closely with the SAMU and employ professional, health, medical and volunteer brigades.

Police: 17 This number puts you in contact with the appropriate emergency police services nearest you, whether that is the Police Nationale or the Gendarmerie Nationale. For non-urgent situations, make a note of the direct phone number for your nearest police station (commissariat de police or gendarmerie). An explanation of national emergency services in France There are three main emergency services in France: the SAMU (Service d'Aide Médicale d'Urgence), the fire brigade and the police. The SAMU is the national, publicly run emergency service that deals only with very serious cases. The SAMU provides both ambulances and specialist medical teams. It is important to note that the French fire brigade , les sapeurs pompiers, is also trained and equipped to deal with medical emergencies. They provide an ambulance service with their specially equipped vans. In France, it is very often the fire brigade who are called first to deal with road injuries and domestic accidents and in many areas, especially rural regions, they will be fastest to the scene. They coordinate with all other emergency services and will, if the situation demands, call in the specialised SAMU emergency medical service.

The national police force in France is divided between the Police Nationale and the Gendarmerie Nationale . Very broadly, the Police Nationale is responsible for urban areas while the gendarmerie covers the rural regions. The Police Nationale is authorised to conduct criminal enquiries, perform security operations like traffic control and identity checks while the military gendarmerie also carries out criminal investigations and other security activities involving airports, military locations, coastal areas and the countryside. From wherever you call the emergency number for the police you will be directed to the appropriate service. It is advisable to also note down the normal, eight-digit number for your local police or gendarmerie station. Larger towns have an additional secondary police force called la police municipale, which is managed by the local town hall and have limited powers within the district. The local municipal police handle general law enforcement, minor traffic and domestic offenses and lost property. Due to recent terror-related attacks in France, the government has extended is national state of emergency until 26 January 2017. In response, it has also outlined a step-by-step guide on what to do in case a terrorist attack occurs.

The French government has recently launched a free smartphone app to alert users about possible security incidents, including all major natural, technological and terrorist-related risks. The app, called SAIP (Système d’alerte et d’information des populations), is available in both English and French and allows users to view alerts for up to eight geographical areas. SAIP can be downloaded in the Apple App store or Google Play . There is also a volunteer-run SOS Helpline in English for residents living in France and beyond, providing support to expats on a range of issues, from how to understand a tax form to finding an English-speaking doctor, to dealing with loneliness and isolation, commonly felt by expats, or suicidal thoughts and breakdowns. From 2017, a number will also be functional to find out-of-hours doctors: 116 117. Emergency siren Do not be alarmed when you hear a siren every first Wednesday of the month at noon. France's sirens are tested nationwide with three consecutive blasts of almost two minutes, separated by five seconds of silence. In the event of an unplanned siren, you can find information on France Inter or France Info radion stations.

Emergency French phrases All members of the family should practice how to give clear indications in French of your name, address and telephone number — you may come across an operator who speaks English but there is no guarantee of this. If you do not speak French, it is best to find a French-speaker whom you can trust. Police: La Police Nationale or gendarmerie Fire brigade: Les sapeurs pompiers Emergency services/ambulance: Service d'Aide Médicale d'Urgence or SAMU Poisoning emergency: Urgence d'empoisonnement Road emergency services: Services d'urgence routière Emergency numbers: Numéros d'urgence It's an emergency: C'est un cas d'urgence. My name is…: Je m'apelle… My telephone number is…: Mon numéro de téléphone est… I live at…: J'habite à… Help!: Au secours! Ambulance: une ambulance; J'ai besoin d'une ambulance. (I need an ambulance.) Heart attack: une crise cardiaque: Mon mari fait une crise cardiaque.

(My husband had a heart attack.) Stroke: une attaque cérébrale; Je pense que ma femme a souffert une attaque cérébrale. (I think my wife suffered a stroke.) Choke: s'étouffer; Mon bébé s'étouffe. (My baby is choking.) Difficulty breathing/gasping: haleter or difficulté à respirer; J'ai difficulté à respirer. (I have difficulty breathing.) To bleed: saigner; Je saigne beaucoup. (I am bleeding a lot.) Hemorrhage: une hémorragie; Mon mari fait une hémorragie. (My husband had a hemorrhage.) Concussion: une commotion cérébrale; Mon enfant est tombé. A-t-il une commotion cérébrale? (My child fell. Does he have a concussion?) Diabetic: diabétique; Je suis diabétique. J'ai besoin d'insuline. (I need insulin). Labour: accouchement/accoucher; Ma femme accouche; la poche des eaux a percé. (My wife is giving birth. Her water has broken.) To be poisoned: s'empoisonner; Mon enfant s'est empoisonné.

(My child has been poisoned.) Other emergency helplines (All 08 numbers are toll-free) Emergency and medical response numbers Out-of-hours doctors: 116 117 (from 2017) SOS Drug/Alcohol Addiction: 113 Hepatitis information helpline: 08 00 84 08 00 Red Cross: 08 00 85 88 58 | Red Cross website AIDS helpline: 08 00 84 08 00 Cancer helpline: 08 10 81 08 21 Dental helpline: 01 43 37 51 00 Psychiatric emergency: 01 45 65 81 08 Maritime emergency (calling from land): 196 Maritime emergency (not in land): VHF Channel 16 Aeronautical emergency: 191 Find a duty pharmacy: 3237 | RésoGardes website – Not all pharmacies in France are covered by the service yet.

Medical advice line (SOS Médecins): 08 20 33 24 24 | SOS Médecins website Crime-related response numbers Gas leak assistance: 01 40 33 80 60 Emergency electrical services: 01 43 35 40 86 SOS Help, an English-language helpline: 01 46 21 46 46 | SOS Help website – Available from 3 to 11pm daily all year long. This is not a 24/7 emergency services number.

SOS emergency housing for the homeless: 115 | Samusocial website Public services hotline (toll number): 39 39 Lost or stolen credit cards American Express: 01 47 77 72 00 Visa: 00 1-880-950-5114 or 08 92 70 57 05 Mastercard: 0 800 901 387 Citibank (collect): 001-605-335-2222 Utility service urgencies There is no national number for any of the utility services, which have urgency hotlines according to the region where you live. Make a careful note of the number given to you for your area; you can find it marked on every gas/electricity/water services payment receipt.

Paris emergency numbers Emergency doctors (SOS Médicins): 01 43 37 77 77 Dental emergencies: 01 43 37 51 00 Out-of-hours chemists: 01 48 74 65 18 / 01 45 62 02 41 Anti-poison centre: 01 40 05 48 48 Spousal abuse hotline: 01 40 33 80 60 Gas leaks: 01 43 35 40 87 Electricity: 01 43 35 40 86 Taxi Bleus: 01 49 36 10 10 Anti-poison centres Angers: 02 41 48 21 21 Bordeaux: 05 56 96 40 80 Grenoble: 04 76 76 56 46 Lille: 08 25 81 28 22 Lyon: 0

4 72 11 69 11 Marseille: 04 91 75 25 25 Nancy: 03 83 32 36 36 Reims: 03 26 06 07 08 Rennes: 02 99 59 22 22 Rouen: 02 35 88 44 00 Strasbourg: 03 88 37 37 37 Toulouse: 05 61 77 74 47 Expatica Updated 2016.

Comment here on the article, or if you have a suggestion to improve this article, please click here. If you believe any of the information on this page is incorrect or out-of-date, please let us know. Expatica makes every effort to ensure its articles are as comprehensive, accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we're also grateful for any help! (If you want to contact Expatica for any other reason, please follow the instructions on this website's contact page .) Name * Which Irish Phone Numbers to Call in an Emergency By Bernd Biege Updated November 02, 2016. What telephone number should you call in an emergency when travelling in Ireland? Thankfully the answer can be short for real emergencies - need an emergency phone number quick in Ireland? Well, the most important one is 112 or 999, which can be called toll-free from all landlines or mobiles, and will connect you to the emergency services no matter which side of the border you are. Find out more ...

Main Emergency Services For access to the most-needed emergency services in the Republic and Northern Ireland , one number reaches them all - but please note that these will all be routed through centralized communication rooms, and that you will be asked for your location, and the service required. Listen to the operator and do try not to launch into an incomprehensible stream of information from the start. One note on mobile phones or cellphones: there are still a number of areas in Ireland where mobile phone coverage in general is patchy, or depends on the network used. continue reading below our video 5 Tips to Make Coach Feel Like First Class The latter problem will be automatically overcome by your phone - as soon as you dial 112 or 999 you will be connected to the strongest network in the area. Be aware, however, that there may be almost no coverage in some remote areas, especially hillwalkers and mountaineers should give notice of their plans with accommodation providers or similar. But now, without further ado, let us look at the main emergency services: Police Dial 112 or 999 and ask the operator to put you through to the Gardai (Republic of Ireland) or the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI).

Response times vary widely between rural and urban areas, in general they are better in Northern Ireland. The actual response may very much depend on the nature of the emergency - if you want to report loss or theft of an item, you will more than likely be asked to come to the nearest police or garda station to fill in a form. Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance Dial 112 or 999 and ask the operator to put you through to the ambulance service. Take note that this is for life-threatening emergencies (through accident or sudden illness) only, to see a General Practitioner (family doctor) you should enquire about the nearest service with the front desk of your accommodation. You may also visit an A&E (accident and emergency) department in a local hospital, but this will always incur a hefty charge and, more than likely, long waiting hours. In phone books you will also find the numbers for local ambulance services, either private companies or voluntary units - these should not be confused with the regular emergency medical services. Fire and Rescue Services Dial 112 or 999 and ask the operator to put you through to the fire service.

They will provide firefighting and technical rescue if needed, roadside assistance for stranded cars (also often referred to as "rescue") is not part of their portfolio. Marine and Coastal Emergencies Dial 112 or 999 and ask the operator to put you through to the Coast Guard. The Garda Costa na hEireann ( Irish Coast Guard , RoI) or the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (NI) will coordinate the response by cliff rescue teams, inshore rescue units, lifeboats and SAR helicopters if necessary. Distress calls may also be made by marine radio or flares, but this is within the domain of qualified skippers only. Mountain Rescue or Cave Rescue Dial 112 or 999 and ask the operator to put you through to the mountain rescue service. You should be aware that all these services will respond without a charge to genuine emergencies, though you may later be asked to provide insurance details to recover some of the costs. Also be aware that there are fines in place for malicious, false and time-wasting call-outs, but as long as you are acting in good faith you should be okay.

Other Emergency and Helpline Phone Numbers There are some additional services of note in the Republic of Ireland: Alcoholics Anonymous (Dublin) - 01-4538998 Irish Tourist Assistance Service - 01-4785295 Rape Crisis Centre - 1800-778888 or 1800-212122 Samaritans - 1850-609090 How to Dial "911" Around the World - Matador Network Photo: extranoise Flavor Flav may think that 911 is a joke , but you’re unlikely to be laughing if you need emergency services in a foreign country. Perhaps it’s the “it’ll never happen to me” syndrome why many of us travelers aren’t as prepared as we should be. If you’re in Thailand, Spain, or Bolivia, would you know what number to dial to get some emergency service? Some history In 1937, London became the first city to introduce a system where callers could dial a short 3-digit number to get immediate help.

They chose 999 as it was difficult to accidentally dial on the old pulse-dial phones. Calling 999 alerted a switch-board operator by sounding a buzzer and flashing a red light. The first 911 system in North America was set up in Winnipeg, Canada in 1959 and, nine years later, Alabama and Alaska followed suit to bring it to the US. It wasn’t until the 1980s that 911 became a standard under the North American Numbering Plan. There were many obstacles to overcome such as being routed to the wrong jurisdiction, but with switching technological advances, almost every single location in North America has an accurate 911 service today. Photo: Chris.Violette Emergency service on your mobile phone Maybe the most useful thing to have in any country during an emergency is a mobile telephone. The GSM network uses 112 as a world-wide emergency number. When 112 is dialed from a GSM phone, the network will automatically redirect you to the local emergency dispatch, if it’s available. In addition, many countries allow emergency calls to be made from phones without a SIM card (Latin America, however, requires one).

Those who can’t function particularly well in an emergency might feel more at ease knowing this: dialing an emergency number from most mobile phones doesn’t require the keypad to be unlocked. Since 80% of the global mobile market uses GSM technology, it’s well worth the few bucks to get your hands on one when traveling, if your current mobile isn’t GSM. Local emergency numbers around the world Even if you’re traveling with a mobile phone, and definitely if you aren’t, you need to know the local “911” number of your destination. Write it down, memorize it, stamp it on your forehead. Hopefully you won’t need it. * indicates number for Medical service only – do NOT press * when dialling. North America: Mexico – 066, 060, or 080 (some areas direct 911 to local services) Asia: China – 999 in most large cities. Elsewhere, 120* Hong Kong – 999 Indonesia – 118/119*. Search and Rescue – 115.

Natural disaster – 129 Iran – 110 (112 from mobile) Israel – 101* (112 from mobile) Japan and Korea – 119* Pingback: Emergency Numbers When Abroad | Health Insurance Broker () Writerman Please do not take this the wrong way. Your post is extremely helpful and may save lives. You are to be congratulated and thanked BUT I have a big but sorry. Yes it is 911, but I do not live in a “foriegn country”. I live at home in Australia. I think it is wise in our multicultural world for even Americans to remember that there are many other peoples inhabiting our planet. Not only that, Matador is on the WORLD WIDE WEB. Which I have always assumed belongs to the world, Please, stop this “American centric” take on the world. Travellers should know better. I know this is strong, so please forgive any offence. I just think it’s way past time to take a global view. Excellent blog by the way Paul Heather Carreiro Hi Paul – appreciate you sharing your thoughts.

While Matador is a web-based medium, it is also based out of the US and the majority of our readership is from the US. Simply for the practical purposes of defining what is “home” and what is “abroad,” we tend to consider North America as “home” and everywhere else as “abroad.” The use of “foreign” isn’t meant to be done in a derogatory or negative way, but as a reference point. The dictionary definition is “dealing with or relating to other countries,” meaning that for everyone what is considered “foreign” or not will depend on his or her background and citizenship. Since this part of the network, Abroad, is focused on work, study and life abroad, we can’t operate without a definition of what actually is “abroad.” We would run a story about “Studying Abroad in Australia,” but we wouldn’t run one on on “Studying Abroad in the US” or “How to Get a Work Visa to the US.” We tend to run US-focused stories on Matador Life rather than on Matador Abroad. Murikah’justkidding That guy was obviously searching google when he found this story.

Otherwise, I’m sure he would have well-known your point beforehand- in which case, if he did know beforehand then he’s just a jerk. IMO he is already classified as such for being one of the (foreign) masses who think Americans don’t realize we’re not alone on this planet. I mean.. c’mon! I only hope in retrospect that Writerman is thinking “man, what a dick way to put my feelings” when thinking back on his comment here.

London Emergency contact numbers Emergency Contact Numbers in London Emergency Numbers in London Police, Fire or Ambulance in London : 999 Single European Emergency Number: 112 Gas Emergency Contact Number: 0800 111 999 Other Useful Numbers: Twickenham/Richmond Police Station: 020 8607 9199 Teddington Police Station: 020 8247 5825 All Council services : 020 8891 1411 British Telecom: 150 Directory Enquiries ( Charges may apply): Local- 118 111 ( International- 118 505 Operator: 100 London Hospital Contact details for an emergency Here are the contact details of the London hospitals. Guys Hospital Location: St Thomas Street, London SE1 Phone: 020 7955 2772 / 020 7188 7188 (Day Time only)

Question: In UK 999 is the emergency telephone number to contact the police etc. what is the European equivalent?
Answer: 112